Joika follows Joy Womack, a 15-year-old ballet dancer from Texas, who moves to Moscow to attend the prestigious Bolshoi Ballet Academy. Aiming to become a prima ballerina, she faces intense competition and the demanding mentorship of Tatiana Volkova. As she strives to achieve her dream, Joy makes increasing sacrifices, pushing herself to dangerous extremes in her pursuit of perfection. The film explores her journey of ambition, resilience, and the personal cost of success.